Free-agent QB Jay Cutler (Dolphins) is expected to announce his retirement from the NFL soon, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport.

Footballguys view: Last time around it was a Mike Francesa-esque retirement (meaning shorter than expected for non-New Yorkers) but we think this one sticks. Cutler was underwhelming for much of his career from an NFL standpoint but had his moments.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler is not expected to be back with the team in 2018, according to head coach Adam Gase.

Footballguys view: There was talk towards the end of the season that Cutler might return next season, but that's clearly no longer the case. Of course, there's no guarantee Ryan Tannehill will be the guy either, and the future of the Miami quarterback position is very much up in the air.

Miami Dolphins QB David Fales could get some playing time in Week 17's game against the Buffalo Bills, although QB Jay Cutler will start the game, according to multiple sources.

Footballguys view: The Dolphins want to get a look at Fales. He had a quick release in college at San Jose State, and Fales throws with great anticipation. His arm strength is poor and if he's late then he's in trouble as passes will hang there for defenders to snare. A sixth-round pick in 2014 (Bears), Fales could be the primary backup to Ryan Tannehill in 2018 if he shows well.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler is unlikely to be back with the team in 2018, according to James Walker of ESPN.com, and Cutler said he hasn't thought about whether he is open to signing with another team when he becomes a free agent this offseason.

Footballguys view: It seems like Cutler came back to play with with Adam Gase specifically. Gase coached him during one of his best seasons in Chicago. We don't expect Cutler to play in 2018.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler completed 25-of-38 passes for 263 yards and three touchdowns in the team's Week 14 win Monday, Dec. 11, against the New England Patriots. He also added four rushing yards on four carries.

Miami Dolphins OG Jermon Bushrod (foot) and DE William Hayes (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 24, and have been ruled out for Week 12. QB Jay Cutler (concussion) fully participated in practice but has been ruled out. S Maurice B. Smith (illness) did not practice and is listed as questionable. LB Stephone Anthony (quadriceps) and OT Laremy Tunsil (illness) fully participated in practice but are listed as questionable. DT Ndamukong Suh (non-injury) did not practice but is not on the injury report. RB Senorise Perry (knee) and S Michael X. Thomas (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler (concussion) is not expected to play Week 12 against the New England Patriots. Matt Moore will draw the start in his absence.

Footballguys view: There has been a lack of clarity about Cutler's status. Earlier reports said that it looked like he'll clear the concussion protocol and start against the Patriots. This report says Moore will play. Either way, it's a QB situation most fantasy owners won't be looking to.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler (concussion) is expected to clear the concussion protocol Friday, Nov. 24, or Saturday, Nov. 25, and start in Week 12 against the New England Patriots.

Footballguys view: Dolphins head coach Adam Gase has always claimed that Cutler would be the starter if he was healthy enough to play. He's gone through the protocol and looks like he's going to suit up against the Patriots in Week 12. Fantasy owners should consider Cutler a QB2.

Footballguys view: There's no reason to go back to Cutler anyway, as he has been terrible this year. Matt Moore will be a decent quarterback who will limit his mistakes against the Patriots, making him a better choice for Adam Gase and a decent QB2 for your fantasy team.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler logged his fourth straight multi-touchdown effort in the team's Week 10 matchup Monday, Nov. 13, against the Carolina Panthers, throwing for a pair of scores and 213 yards on 22-of-37 passing. He also had one interception.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler (ribs) was a full participant at practice for the second day in a row Thursday, Nov. 2.

Footballguys view: Cutler was a mess before his injury and things haven't improved since either for himself or the offense. If you need a bye week fill-in, he'll serve but his ceiling is pretty limited to low-end QB2 status.

Miami Dolphins DE William Hayes (undisclosed) did not practice Wednesday, Nov. 1. DE Andre Branch (groin) was listed as a limited participant, while QB Jay Cutler (ribs), WR DeVante Parker (ankle), C Mike Pouncey (hip, knee) and OG Jermon Bushrod (hand) were each able to take part in practice.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler (ribs) was able to practice Wednesday, Nov. 1, and he is expected to be ready to play in Week 9 against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Footballguys view: With six teams on bye, there might be some fantasy owners desperate enough to start Cutler. It's best to consider Cutler a QB2 in his first week back...and the team's first game without RB Jay Ajayi (Eagles).

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler (ribs) is expected to return in Week 9 against the Oakland Raiders, according to a source.

Footballguys view: But will he get the job back? For all the 'oh he knows Adam Gase's system' talk, he looked like a poor fit in it, and was just not good. Matt Moore might be the better option after all.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler has been ruled out for Thursday Night Football in Week 8 against the Baltimore Ravens.

Footballguys view: This is not really news as everyone under the sun expected Cutler to miss this game on a short week...but it is now official. We'll see Matt Moore as the starting quarterback for the Dolphins, and that's not a bad thing. If you've been streaming quarterback this year then Moore is an option. Moore is also a consideration for fantasy owners in start-2 QB leagues. The Ravens have the 7th-best pass defense in the league as they only allow an average of 189.3 passing yards per game. That ranking is a bit deceptive as they rank 32nd in the league against the run. Teams don't have to pass against the Ravens because you can run against them all day.

The Miami Dolphins plan to start QB Jay Cutler (ribs) when he returns from his rib injury later in the season. He will miss at least one game, if not more, with cracked ribs.

Footballguys view: Cutler is out for the Week 8 game against the Ravens as the Dolphins have a short week because they play on Thursday night. Matt Moore is the starter and we wouldn't be shocked to see him remain as the starter if he lights things up.

Updating an earlier report, Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler (ribs) does have cracked ribs, but there is no word on additional test results yet.

Footballguys view: Cutler could miss a couple of weeks with this rib injury. When he returns, Matt Moore may have solidified himself as the team's starter. Even though Cutler was performing well in Week 7 against the Jets, he hasn't been good this year and the team might continue to be sparked by Moore.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler completed 19 of his 33 pass attempts for 151 yards, two touchdowns and one interception in the Week 6 win against the Atlanta Falcons.

Footballguys view: Cutler was terrible in the first half and ended the half with a pick, but played within himself in the second half and had some help from a key personal foul to set up a score and Jay Ajayi being too strong for the Falcons defense. The Dolphins and Cutler are actually situated well at 3-2 heading into a rematch with the Jets.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler went 20-for-28 for 164 yards and one interception against the New Orleans Saints in Week 4.

Footballguys view: Cutler is unusable in fantasy leagues after laying eggs in two straight good matchups. He has a good one next week against the Titans, but only his wide receivers are trustworthy and only in PPR leagues.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler threw 26-of-44 for 220 yards with one touchdown and one interception in a 20-6 loss to the New York Jets on Sunday, Sept. 24.

Footballguys view: Cutler was a dud againast a generous Jets defense. Without a garbage time score, he would have only been better than Joe Flacco today. Even against the suspect Saints defense, it will be tough to plug Cutler into our lineups next week.

Miami Dolphins QB Jay Cutler said that mentally, he feels 'really good,' and that he also feels 'good' physically heading into the regular season.

Footballguys view: The Dolphins offense will be more aggressive with Cutler taking snaps. He's not afraid to throw into coverage, and Dolphins head coach Adam Gase will design the passing game to get him deep looks often. From a fantasy lens, Cutler is a QB2...and make sure you don't get dinged for INTs thrown in your scoring system.